Alfa Romeo GT

The Alfa Romeo GT is being manufactured by Alfa Romeo Automobiles from the year 2004 continues to the present day.

It is a sports car which was built based on Alfa Romeo 156. A number of mechanical systems are taken from the 156 and the suspensions are taken from the Alfa Romeo 147. Also, the GT is a luxurious Grand Tourer among the other Alfa Romeo series.

The GT is praised for its stunning styling looks, high performance, and it also looks similar to the Alfa Romeo Sprint of 1980s. The GT consists of standard 16 inch alloy wheels and 17 inch wheels are available optionally. In addition 18 inch wheels are also available as option with powerful engines such as 3.2 petrol and 1.9 diesel engines.

The GT consists of ventilated discs which measure 284 mm at the front and 276 mm at the back. It also consists of anti-lock braking system along with hydraulic brake assistance and Electronic brake force distribution.

The GT consists of 3.2 liter V6 engine that delivers an output power of 237 hp and this engine is mostly featured in sports versions. Over the years, the engines used in the GT are listed below

1.8 TS I4 engine
The capacity of this engine is 1747 cc that delivers an output power of 103 KW at 6500 rpm and 163 NM torque at 3900 rpm. It reaches the speed of 100 km/h in 10.6 seconds and the top speed is about 200 km/h.

2.0 JTS I4 engine
The capacity of this engine is 1970 cc that delivers an output power of 121 KW at 6400 rpm and 206 NM torque at 3250 rpm. It reaches the speed of 100 km/h in 8.7 seconds and the top speed is about 216 km/h.

3.2 V6 engine
The capacity of this engine is 3179 cc that delivers an output power of 177 KW at 6200 rpm and 289 NM torque at 4800 rpm. It reaches the speed of 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds and the top speed is about 243 km/h.

1.9 JTDm I4 engine
The capacity of this engine is 1910 cc that delivers an output power of 110 KW at 4000 rpm and 305 NM torque at 3900 rpm. It reaches the speed of 100 km/h in 9.2 seconds and the top speed is about 209 km/h.

1.9 JTDm I4 (170 PS) engine
The capacity of this engine is 1910 cc that delivers an output power of 125 KW at 3750 rpm and 330 NM torque at 2000 rpm. It reaches the speed of 100 km/h in 8.2 seconds and the top speed is about 216 km/h.

Specifications

Vehicle Type: - sports car
Configuration: - Front Engine

Engines: -
Petrol engines: - 1.8 L TS, 2.0 L JTS and 3.2 L V6
Diesel engine: - 1.9 L JTD

Transmission: - 5-speed and 6-speed manual
Wheelbase: - 2596 mm
Width: - 4489 mm
Length: - 1763 mm
Height: - 1355 mm
Weight: - 3075-3273 lb

2002 Alfa Romeo 156 GTA

The Alfa Romeo 156 GTA is manufactured by Alfa Romeo Automobiles in the year 2002.

It consists of a 3.0 liter V6 engine which was also used in the Alfa Romeo 166, GTV and Spider models. The capacity of the engine is about 3179 cc and it contains four valves and 6-speed manual transmission. It delivers an output power of 250 bhp at 6200 rpm and 221 lb-ft torque at 4800 rpm. The bore measures 93 mm and the stroke measures 78 mm.

The brakes are equipped with Anti Braking System and Electronic Brakeforce Distributer.

Specifications

Vehicle Type: - 4-door sedan
Configuration: - Front Engine
Engine: - 3.2 Liter V6
Transmission: - 6-speed manual
Horsepower: - 250 bhp at 6200 rpm
Torque: - 221 lb-ft at 4800 rpm
Wheelbase: - 2595 mm
Width: - 1765 mm
Length: - 4430 mm
Height: - 1402 mm
Weight: - 3109 lb
0-60 mph: - 6.4 sec
Top speed: - 155 mph
Price: - 43,200$

Alfa Romeo GTV & Spider

The Alfa Romeo GTV and the Alfa Romeo Spider have been manufactured by Alfa Romeo Automobiles in between the years 1995-2006.

Both the GTV and Spider are sports cars whereas the GTV is 2+2 coupe and the predecessor of Alfetta GTV coupe. The Spider is a two-seater and the predecessor of Giulia Spider. Both the cars have been designed by Pinnifarina, an Italian car design firm.



The Spider has been manufactured in three different phases in an Italian design which is in wedge shape, kicked up tail and advanced aerodynamics. The earlier cars consisted of 15 inch alloy wheels and later, the 18 inch alloy wheels were used. Also, the car consists of power steering, adjustable headlamps, sound system with six speakers, Anti Braking System and alarm system which is operated by a remote.



Over the years the engines used in GTV and Spider are

1.8 TS I4 engine: -
This engine was used in between the years 1998-2000 which has a capacity of 1747 cc and delivers an output power of 106 KW at 6500 rpm and 169 N-m torque at 3500 rpm. It reaches the speed of 100 kmph in 9.2 seconds and the top speed is about 210 kmph.

2.0 TS I4 engine: -
This engine was used in between the years 1998-2000 which has a capacity of 1970 cc and delivers an output power of 114 KW at 6400 rpm and 187 N-m torque at 3500 rpm. It reaches the speed of 100 kmph in 8.4 seconds and the top speed is about 216 kmph.

2.0 JTS I4 engine: -
This engine was used in between the years 2003-2006 which has a capacity of 1970 cc and delivers an output power of 121 KW at 6400 rpm and 206 N-m torque at 3250 rpm. It reaches the speed of 100 kmph in 8.4 seconds and the top speed is about 220 kmph.

3.0 V6 24V engine: -
This engine was used in between the years 1998-2003 which has a capacity of 2959 cc and delivers an output power of 160 KW at 6400 rpm and 265 N-m torque at 5000 rpm. It reaches the speed of 100 kmph in 6.8 seconds and the top speed is about 248 kmph.

3.2 V6 24V engine: -
This engine was used in between the years 2003-2006 which has a capacity of 3179 cc and delivers an output power of 176 KW at 6200 rpm and 289 N-m torque at 4800 rpm. It reaches the speed of 100 kmph in 6.3 seconds and the top speed is about 255 kmph.

Specifications of Alfa Romeo GTV and Spider: -

Vehicle Type: - sports car
Configuration: - Front Engine
Engine: - 1.8 TS I4, 2.0 TS I4, 2.0 JTS I4, 3.0 V6 24V and 3.2 V6 24V engines
Transmission: - 5-Speed and 6-speed manual
Wheelbase: - 2540 mm
Width: - 1780 mm
Length: - 4285 mm
Height: - 51.9 inches and 51.8 inches in Spider
Weight: - 3020 lb to 3240 lb

Alfa Romeo 147

The Alfa Romeo 147 is manufactured by Alfa Romeo Automobiles in the year 2000, which continues to the present day. It is a small car which was also listed as the “European Car of the Year” in the year 2001.

The Alfa Romeo was designed by Wolfgang Egger, a German car designer and Walter de’Silva an Italian car designer. The outer looks of the car is a highlight which received a number of awards.

In the year 2002, a high performance 147 GTA model has been launched as a competitor to BMW 130i, Renault Megane RS, Audi S3 and Volkswagen Golf R32. It consisted of a 3.2 V6 engine with 6-speed manual transmission. It delivered an output power of 247 hp and the top speed is 153 mph.

A number of modifications were done to the Alfa Romeo 147 in the year 2004 which included the new headlights and rear lights, front grille and interiors. Also, the powerful engine and suspensions has been used.

The Alfa Romeo 147 has received around 27 awards, among them the famous ones are “European Car of the Year” in the year 2001, “The Golden Steering Wheel’ in 2000 and “Brazil Import Car of the Year” in 2002.

Over the years, the petrol engines used in the Alfa Romeo 147 are

• 1.6 TS I4 engine with 1598 cc with output power of 77 KW and torque of 140 Nm with a top speed of 115 mph.
• 1.6 TS I4 engine with 1598 cc with output power of 88 KW and torque of 146 Nm with a top speed of 121 mph.
• 2.0 TS I4 engine with 1970 cc with output power of 110 KW and torque of 181 Nm with a top speed of 129 mph.
• 3.2 GTA V6 engine with 3179 cc with output power of 184 KW and torque of 300 Nm with a top speed of 153 mph.

The diesel engines are

• 1.9 JTD 8V I4 engine with 1910 cc with output power of 74 KW and torque of 200 Nm with a top speed of 114 mph.
• 1.9 JTD 8V I4 engine with 1910 cc with output power of 85 KW and torque of 275 Nm with a top speed of 119 mph.
• 1.9 JTD 8V M-Jet I4 engine with 1910 cc with output power of 88 KW and torque of 280 Nm with a top speed of 120 mph.
• 1.9 JTD 16V M-Jet I4 engine with 1910 cc with output power of 103 KW and torque of 305 Nm with a top speed of 128 mph.
• 1.9 JTD 16V M-Jet I4 engine with 1910 cc with output power of 110 KW and torque of 305 Nm with a top speed of 129 mph.
• 1.9 JTD 16V M-Jet I4 engine with 1910 cc with output power of 125 KW and torque of 330 Nm with a top speed of 134 mph.

Specifications

Vehicle Type: - small family car, 3 and 5-door hatchback
Petrol engines: -1.6L TSI4, 2.0L TSI4 and 3.2L V6
Diesel engine: - 1.9L JTDI4
Transmission: - 5-speed manual and 6-speed Manual
Wheelbase: - 100.2 in
Length: - 166.3 in
Width: - 68.1 in
Height: - 56.8 in